I’m told producers have known for some time that that end was near, and, as a result, were able to craft an “epic” conclusion to the series.

In an interview with TVGuide.com last March, EP Greg Yaitanes — who’s currently helming Cinemax’s new hitman drama Quarry — acknowledged that Banshee “always had a limited premise and lifespan,” adding, “We push hard to make sure every episode is better than the one before it, and that takes an enormous amount of energy and creativity and work.”

acknowledged that Banshee “always had a limited premise and lifespan,”
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Hmmmm, i wonder if this has anything to do with it being so freaking good…do ya think? Hey, other TV show creators….take a page out of this show runners book. Create a great story, limit the story to 4-6 seasons, 10-16 episodes a season, and work really hard to make sure every episode has a purpose, that it drives the plot and develops the characters, and has minimal filler.
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I love Banshee and it will break my heart to see it go, along with Strike Back…but there is a reason they are so good, which i just stated (always had a close end game in mind, series only goes 5ish seasons, seasons are relatively short). So im glad to see it go out on top. Here’s hoping a ton of people that act on the show go off to get other good shows, they deserve it.

Of the 30 shows listed in the “Cancelled Too Soon” slideshow, I only watched 4…and I agree entirely that they were gone too soon! Of the rest of them, I have only even heard of one, and that’s because I love Castle. I learned of Firefly last year, long after its demise. I found Cupid by accident, and was charmed, when I was out of town, staying with a sick friend for a few months. I returned home, ready to record it, but by then it was gone. And I adore Dead Like Me and Pushing Daisies, 2 other shows I did not find until they were in reruns on a cable network. I bought both series. I watched Smash from the first episode and was very upset to lose it…again, I bought the series and the CD.
Other shows that were gone too soon are FOREVER, Perception, Intelligence, and HARRY’S LAW. The only one that I have been able to find on DVD is Season One of Perception, which I bought.. If anyone knows how I can get the full series of any of those shows, please let me know! I have season 1 of Perception, but none of the others are available from “the usual sources” – I have 8 episodes of Harry’s Law on my DVR, but I would love to have both seasons on my shelf!

Damn, just watched Season 1 on Amazon Prime last week. I’m currently waiting for the Season 2 Blu-ray to arrive. It’s a surprisingly addictive show. 5 seasons would have been better at least, but good to end with a plan I guess.

This is upsetting news. Banchee was one of the best series I have ever watched. To have me devote my time into this and loving each and every character like a family member to get this news is like looking a love one. I paid a high cable bill for cinemas just to see this show to end with just 4 seasons. I need to buy the box set. This is one for the collection and remembrance of a great series.

Really hook on banshee and several freinds would hope writers find a way to continue story line very good show and plots and tons of action. All adults scene were very creative kept story line looking for next episode .hood was great in all action moves.

I am saddened by the news of Banshee being cancelled. This is my favorite show on television. I feel certain if a poll was conducted by the producers they might reconsider the decision to cancel this great show.

Game of Thrones, The Walking Dead, and Banshee. Those are the three best shows on television right now. How could you even think about canceling any one of them? When this happens Cinemax will go back to being a complete joke. Nothing but a late night destination for bad soft-core porn.

I would have liked it to go for at least 6 seasons!…It was GREAT while it lasted!!! Excellent characters, great direction, awesome storyline…And a Really Fantastic Cast, who did some amazing work!! Sad to see it go; Can’t wait to see the next body of work these great actors bring!
I’ve heard some say they thought BANSHEE was better than BREAKING BAD! 😊

Last season? For real?? Big mistake!! I waited on this season. I have watched everyone and wait for it to come back. Don’t do it. You got something good and people wait to watch. I hope you rethink! Don’t end it!!! I love it!!

This is one of those shows I love watching and can’t wait till the next episode. It sucks they couldn’t squeeze out a couple more seasons. Hope Cinemax realizes how great this show is and create a spin off. Maybe move the crew to a new town to start over.

Banshee is a very good show and has potential, so why take this show off the air? Every time i get hooked on a show it seems to go off air and i really don’t understand why this is happening. In my opinion it has so much room to grow!! i love this show and i can see many fans being upset that it is not going to renew for another season. Please reconsider!!

I will miss Banshee. It was the best series I have ever scene on one of the movie channels. None of my other all time favorites even come close, not even the Sapranos. I wish that cinemax would reconsider and hit us again! That would be such an awesome surprise maybe a year or two from now!!!

I’m very sad that banshee has ended…it was one of my favorite shows…. I just got my boyfriend watching it and he was enjoying it immensely…we were both very disappointed when we learned it was over after season 4